Tooling Technician I

Biotics Research Corporation; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Biotics Research Corporation seeks a diligent Tooling Technician to maintain solid dose tablet and capsule tooling. You will clean, polish, inspect, and prepare tooling to meet specification standards and FDA requirements on the production floor.

The role requires precise use of inspection tools, collaboration with Production and Maintenance teams, and a commitment to safety and quality in a fast-paced pharmaceutical environment.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting and maintaining tablet/capsule tooling.
• Ability to read and follow tooling specs and procedures.
• Familiarity with basic measuring equipment and QA checks.

Responsibilities

• Clean and store tooling after use with specified agents and containers.
• Inspect tooling for defects and verify critical dimensions.
• Identify worn or damaged tooling and arrange replacement.
• Prepare tooling for use on the production floor via check sheets.
• Communicate concerns to Production Operator Leads and document issues.
• Notify supervisor of any defects observed during cleaning or inspection.
• Maintain tooling inventory to support daily machine runs.
• Coordinate with maintenance for unrework able parts.
• Collaborate with team to maintain safety and quality standards.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, secure environment for staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tooling inspection

Quality checks

Documentation

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Calipers

Micrometer

Vernier caliper

Feeler gauges

Dremel tool

Bench buffer/grinder

Dial indicator

Die bore gauge

Go/no-go gauges

Job description

Overall Responsibility

This position is responsible for ensuring the upkeep of solid dose tablets and capsules tooling is ready for use by means cleaning, polishing, and measurement checks for required tooling specifications in accordance with FDA regulatory requirements as well as company procedures and polices. Use measuring equipment and tools to inspect the condition of tablet and capsule tooling parts (Calipers, micrometer, vernier caliper, feeler gauges, Dremel tool, bench buffer/grinder wheel, dial indicator, die bore gauge, go no-go gauges).

• Clean and store machine tooling after each use with the specified cleaning agents and storage containers
• Inspect tablet and capsule tooling before and after use to make sure that each is free of defects and meet critical dimensions necessary for optimal performance and reliability (punches, dies, pins, rings, segments, dosing disc, cams, die screws, etc.)
• Accesses the ware of tablet and capsule tooling regularly and replace worn or damaged tooling if necessary
• Arrange and identify tooling that is ready for use on the production floor by completing internal tooling check sheets/forms
• Communicate with the Production Operator Leads and document concerns surrounding the handling of machine tooling when the tooling is issued to tablet/capsule operations and returned to the tooling department after use
• Notify the Production Supervisor of any uncommon defects or damage noticed on tooling during cleaning or inspection
• Keep inventory of tablet and capsule tooling to accommodate the number of machines run daily
• Communicate with the maintenance team for worn or damaged parts that are unable to be reconditioned or repaired for optimal use
• Effectively working, interacting and communicating with co-workers and lead/supervisor.
• Demonstrating professional behavior while working in a team approach when managing challenging situations
• Assisting in providing a safe, secure and comfortable environment for all staff
• Performs other duties as assigned